Ellie Mental Health - Redwood City, CA

Did you know that the average teen spends 4 hours and 48 minutes on social media per day? 😳

We know that social media use isn't all bad (I mean, hey, we're here too)-- but maybe you're noticing an uptick in anxiety, comparing yourself more to others, or that the "screen time" number is just climbing to an uncomfortable height.

Deleting those apps from time to time and taking a lowkey break can work wonders for your mental health and for your overall state of well-being. 💬

Here are a few signs that a detox might be helpful and some tips for tackling it: https://elliementalhealth.com/digital-detoxing-5-signs-you-might-need-to-lowkey-unplug/

What have you found helpful when taking a much-needed social media break? 📲

When we don't talk about mental health, we let shame and misconceptions grow. Speak up, share your story, and let's change the conversation together. 💬

Wondering what your first therapy session will be like? 🤔 It’s totally normal to feel nervous as you’re approaching and anticipating that first session.

Spoiler alert: it's not as scary as you think. Our latest blog post by Amber Silva, LLMSW spills the tea on everything you can expect. Check it out and take the guesswork out of your first step to feeling better: https://elliementalhealth.com/what-to-expect-from-your-first-therapy-session/

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It's 2024, and it's time to break the silence. Seeking mental health care isn't a sign of weakness; it's a bold act of strength. Every person, in every community deserves to feel safe and supported in their mental health journey.

Let's smash the stigma and lift each other up.

A real therapist is busting the biggest myths about therapy today. Spoiler: It's probably different than what you're envisioning. 💭

Let us know what other myths you've heard about therapy in the comments ⬇️

Happy 4th, y'all! 🎆🍦🇺🇲

We hope you can take a moment to unplug, soak up some sunshine, and celebrate with your favorite people.

Listen, everybody has their days (ahem...or months ...or years).

Just like physical health, mental health exists on a spectrum, and it's TOTALLY normal to experience ups and downs from time to time. Sometime we need to take it a bit easier on ourselves-- and that doesn't mean that we aren't strong or that there's something wrong with us.

➡ If you feel like you're struggling more than usual, practice giving yourself a bit more grace, think about what coping skills fit you best, and hey, having a kicka$$ therapist and support crew can also make a huge difference.

Everyone experiences mental health struggles, and yet seeking care is still highly stigmatized in many communities.

The goal of this month is to break the stigma of seeking mental health care across all communities and make accessing quality services easier. This is crucial because:

➡️ People who identify as being two or more races (24.9%) are most likely to report any mental illness within the past year than any other race/ethnic group.

➡️ Su***de is the second leading cause of death for Indigenous and Native Americans between the ages of 10 and 34.

➡️ Research shows that only one in three Black Americans who need mental health care actually receive it.

Everyone is deserving of quality mental health care.



Source: American Psychiatry Association, SAMHSA

Monday! - Small Group Horticultural Therapy to Treat Anxiety - Join our small therapy group where we utilize EMDR/Somatic therapy techniques & horticultural therapy to tackle depression. In a supportive environment we help members process distressing memories while finding solace and growth through hands-on gardening activities. Together we cultivate resilience and calmness amidst life's challenges.

Pride month may be ending, but the acceptance, love, and advocacy doesn't! Tag someone who needs to hear this message! ⬇️

Looking for more ways you can celebrate all year long? Find tips from therapists, suggested queer-owned businesses to support this summer, and kid's books recs in our magazine issue:https://elliementalhealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EllieMentalHealth_JuneMagazine.pdf

Psst. You can find support and acceptance year-round here at Ellie. 🐘

This Thursday - healing your anxiety with garden therapy

"But what if I don't know who I really am?!" 💭

Sometimes we are so used to masking, blending in, or serving others' needs that it feels intimidating to even think of figuring out who we really are deep inside. Believe us though, avoiding or pretending can be even more exhausting.

Let a therapist empower you on the path of discovery and self acceptance (they're really good at it). 🌈💖

Small Group Therapy at Ellie - somatic and horticultural therapy to treat depression- Sign up today

Curious how a therapist is tackling some of these big questions with their kid clients? 📚🏳‍🌈

Here are a few books that our therapists recommend for talking about self-acceptance, all kinds of families, and gender identity PLUS some discussion questions in the last slide to open the convo up!

Heal your anxiety using plants and somatic therapy - sign up today

Small Group Therapy at Ellie - somatic and horticultural therapy to treat anxiety and depression- Sign up today

ALLY: It's what you do

Let's help create a world where everyone feels seen, cared for, and celebrated for exactly who they are.

Curious on what more you can do? Check out the full article in our magazine:https://elliementalhealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EllieMentalHealth_JuneMagazine.pdf

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This Thursday - Healing Anxiety using Plant Therapy

Relate to this? Consider this your sign to cut yourself some slack! In a world where we're constantly bombarded with stress and expectations, it's easy to become our own toughest critics.

Let's give ourselves some grace and remember: we ARE worthy of love and all the good stuff, just as we are. 🥰💖

This Thursday! - Small Group Horticultural Therapy to Treat Anxiety - Join our small therapy group where we utilize EMDR/Somatic therapy techniques & horticultural therapy to tackle anxiety. In a supportive environment we help members process distressing memories while finding solace and growth through hands-on gardening activities. Together we cultivate resilience and calmness amidst life's challenges.

Coming out is a deeply personal decision and there's no one-size-fits-all approach. Here are some tips from our therapists to help you when coming out. 🌈

➡️ Looking for more? We have a whole blog post about it on our website: https://elliementalhealth.com/ellie-blog/

**Bonus points who can name that movie quote! 💚👑🐴 Comment below if you know ⬇️

PS. Please know that waiting to come out until you feel ready and comfortable is ok. We also want to acknowledge that some LGBTQIA+ folks will never be able to come out due to a lack of safety and security within their community.

You can find acceptance and support at Ellie. 🐘

Small Group Horticultural Therapy to Treat Anxiety - Join our small therapy group where we utilize EMDR/Somatic therapy techniques & horticultural therapy to tackle anxiety and depression. In a supportive environment we help members process distressing memories while finding solace and growth through hands-on gardening activities. Together we cultivate resilience and calmness amidst life's challenges.

Therapy isn't always about instant epiphanies and constant breakthroughs, it's about embracing the journey of self-discovery, growth, and healing. 🌱

Ever feel like your thoughts are spiraling? 🌀 Here's how to quiet them down:

Asking yourself questions like, "Is this thought realistic?" or "Is there evidence to support this thought?" or "Is this thought based on assumptions?" 🧠

💚 Next try a mindfulness technique deep breathing, doing a mind dump exercise, drawing or coloring, or

Then try redirecting or distracting your thoughts by calling a friend, or going for a walk.

What works for you? Let us know in the comments! ⬇

Heal anxiety with horticultural therapy

Small Group Horticultural Therapy to Treat Anxiety - Join our small therapy group where we utilize EMDR/Somatic therapy techniques & horticultural therapy to tackle anxiety and depression. In a supportive environment we help members process distressing memories while finding solace and growth through hands-on gardening activities. Together we cultivate resilience and calmness amidst life's challenges.